πΊπΈ USA vs π¨π· Costa Rica – Gold Cup 2025 Quarterfinal Match Report
πΊπΈ USA vs π¨π· Costa Rica – Gold Cup 2025 Quarterfinal Match Report
π Date: June 29, 2025
π️ Venue: U.S. Bank Stadium, Minneapolis, Minnesota
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM ET
⚽ Match Summary:
In a thrilling and hard-fought battle, the United States secured a dramatic victory over Costa Rica in the 2025 CONCACAF Gold Cup quarterfinals. After a 2–2 draw in regular time, the USMNT triumphed 4–3 in the penalty shootout, with goalkeeper Matt Freese emerging as the hero.
π₯ Goal Scorers:
Costa Rica:
Francisco Calvo (24’)
Alonso MartΓnez (65’)
USA:
Diego Luna (34’)
Max Arfsten (75’)
π§€ Penalty Shootout Result:
USA 4 – 3 Costa Rica (Penalties)
Matt Freese saved three penalties, delivering an outstanding performance that earned him the nickname "Brick Wall" from ESPN and MLSsoccer.
π Match Statistics:
Category USA Costa Rica
Possession 56% 44%
Shots on Target 8 6
Total Shots 14 10
Corners 7 4
Fouls 11 13
π Match Analysis:
The USMNT showcased resilience and composure despite fielding a relatively young squad.
Costa Rica started strong but couldn’t hold the lead against USA's pressure.
Diego Luna and Max Arfsten displayed excellent attacking instinct.
Matt Freese’s goalkeeping proved decisive in the penalty shootout.
π What's Next?
The USA advances to the semifinals, where they will face Guatemala on July 2, 2025.
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